EPISODE · Sep 6, 2026 · 18 MIN

The Exploited, UK82, and the Birth of British Hardcore

from The History of Punk Rock Podcast: Bands, Scenes, Hardcore, DIY Culture, Record Labels, Clubs, and Punk Music History · host Podily

Explore how Scottish band The Exploited forged a raw punk sound that ignited the UK82 hardcore scene in late‑1970s Britain. The episode traces their early demos, DIY releases, fanzine coverage, venue politics, and the broader cultural forces that shaped this movement, showing why their aggressive style and independent approach left a lasting imprint on British punk history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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